1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1967 Renault 8
To start off, 1967 Renault 8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Renault 8 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Renault 8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1967 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 106 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 38 L |
